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James Dawson Bellinger

January 29, 2023
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James Dawson Bellinger, of Alpharetta, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023, at the age of 70. Mr. Bellinger, a devout Christian, was a graduate of the University of Florida where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He was the original president of Smith Douglas Homes and was well-known in the Atlanta building industry. Mr. Bellinger loved spending time with his family, and in his free time, he enjoyed playing golf. In addition, he was an avid fan of the Florida Gators and Miami Dolphins. Mr. Bellinger was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Russell and Frances Mary Bellinger.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Gayle Purcell Bellinger; daughters, Julie Brandstetter (Jon), Kristin Manget (Will); grandchildren, Cooper Manget, Quinn Manget, Wells Brandstetter, Mac Manget, Chip Brandstetter; and brother, Richard Bellinger.

A Funeral Service for Mr. Bellinger will be held Thursday, February 9, 2023, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with the Honorable Judge Samuel Ozburn officiating and interment following in Covington City Cemetery, in Covington. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home, two hours prior to his service, from 12 Noon – 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice, or to the Tim Tebow Foundation, https://www.timtebowfoundation.org/.

 

 

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Services

Visitation
Thursday
February 9, 2023

12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA

Funeral Service
Thursday
February 9, 2023

2:00 PM
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA

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